Standish And Preece (Alfred Ernest Preece), Photographers, 218 High Street, Christchurch. This extensive business was established by the present proprietor in conjunction with his late partner, Mr. Standish, in 1885. The latter retired from the firm in 1891. Mr. Preece, who was born in the Colony, was educated at Christ's College, and learned the rudiments of his profession in Birmingham, England. Subsequently, although trained for a clerk, he adopted photography from his love of the art. The work undertaken by the firm consists chiefly of portraits and groups, although all classes of pictures are executed page 288 to order. The premises are very centrally situated; entering from the busy thoroughfare, the visitor is attracted towards splendid specimens of the firm's handiwork on show in the vestibule. There are many striking portraits of well-known faces and several very excellently finished family groups tastefully arranged in the various cases. An ascent to the first floor by a handsome staircase leads to elegantly furnished waiting-rooms and to the studio on the second floor. The latter is large and thoroughly well appointed. The firm were photographers by special appointment to the Earl of Glasgow, and have been honoured with a similar appointment from the Earl of Ranfurly, the present Governor. Messrs Standish and Preece have also had the patronage of their Royal Highnesses the Prince and Princess of Wales.